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HFL 508W

1981 Kawasaki Unknown

Red Petrol 248cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jul 2021
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

26,714 mi
Last recorded26,714 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2020
Typical for 1981 Kawasaki Unknown21,740 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Kawasaki
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHFL 508W
MakeKawasaki
ModelUnknown
Year1981
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine248cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Jul 2020 26,714 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2018 26,712 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2018 26,712 miles

Front Horn not working (1.7.3a)

How Reliable is the Kawasaki Unknown?

Based on 6,508 MOT tests across 3,074 vehicles.

84.5%
Pass Rate
330
Miles/Year
51
Year Lifespan
3,074
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 23
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HFL 508W is a 1981 Kawasaki Unknown in Red with a 248cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1981 Kawasaki Unknown models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.0% with a typical mileage of 21,740 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Kawasaki Unknown fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 23 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HFL 508W, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Kawasaki Unknown typically stays on UK roads for around 51 years. At 45 years old, this Kawasaki Unknown is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of HFL 508W?

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What year was HFL 508W registered?

HFL 508W is a 1981 Kawasaki Unknown, first registered on 19 February 1981.

Is HFL 508W safe to buy?

The MOT history for HFL 508W shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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